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    Shijiri Sushi Bar

    4.8 (71 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Benjamin F.

    Probably the best fish and dining experience I've had in the triangle. The food was good but the service was even better. Our waitress was patient, kind, and very happy to explain the menu and offer recommendations. The owner was present and talking to different customers while also helping his team run food and get people seated. Lovely ambiance with a very light brown and open concept. Would recommend and would return :)

    Ocean Taster Combo set and Shijiri Signature Combo set
    Nina S.

    Shijiri Sushi Bar is easily one of the most refined sushi experiences I've had in the area. We ordered the Ocean Taster and the Shijiri Signature Combo, which ended up being the perfect way to explore the menu. Every piece felt carefully composed, from the texture of the fish to how it paired with the rice. What I appreciated most was the consistency. When you're ordering a full spread like that, there's usually a standout or two and the rest fade into the background. Here, every bite held its own and kept you excited for the next. The space itself adds to the experience. It's calm, minimal, and lets the food be the focus. It's a great spot for a slower dinner where you can actually enjoy each course, whether it's a date night or just a really good meal out. This is the kind of place you go when you want seafood done right. Already looking forward to going back!

    Shijiri Reserve, shared between 2
    Frannie A.

    Service and food is excellent. We shared the Shijiri Reserve and a bottle Jumai 45 sake. Fish was fresh and tasty. They have some different sauces they also provide. The wasabi one was really good. They also provide regular wasabi. I would recommend for the person interested in authentic sets. There is also a no tipping policy which is refreshing.

    Refresher
    Karen L.

    A lovely little restaurant! My husband and I came for date night, we arrived at opening and were seated quickly - they only seat you if you have your whole party there. We took the suggestion of the server to order uni since she said it was fresh from Hokkaido that day and we had never tried it before so we said yes please! It was delicious and so refreshing. I ordered the unagi set and my husband ordered a sushi set - the unagi was decent (I'm comparing to what I had in Japan and it's certainly not on that level but still good. I'm guessing it's previously frozen eel) We finished off with a refresher. The staff was nice and efficient, I noticed the owner standing near the front and smiling at everyone and I felt like he really cared about the restaurant! They did a good job making it feel like you're in mini Japan in the middle of NC.

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    Jessica G.

    I came here on a weekday night, and it was easy to get a table quickly. Really impressed by how much attention to detail there was to the whole experience. The interior is cozy, and all of the staff seemed genuinely happy to see us, which made it feel very welcoming from the start. Their edamame, which was served steaming, lightly salted, and very fresh. We got the Shijiri signature, and the portions were generous. They're a no-tipping restaurant, so the prices are inclusive of that. The sashimi pieces were large and very fresh. They also sell cute sushi keychains. Overall, a really thoughtful and high quality dining experience. Will definitely come back!

    Jarod N.

    10/10 one of the best, most authentic, and affordable sushi restaurants I've been to. We walked in for a Sunday dinner and got seated right away. The inside of the restaurant is very clean and bright, with simple Japanese decor and a surprising amount of seating for the small store front. Following traditional Japanese practice, this is a no tipping establishment, so you know the service is going to be great. Now onto the food: would highly recommend the Shijiri signature set if you are a fish lover. 17-piece chef's choice meal set with miso soup, salad, poke, and sushi rice included, all for only $69! Talk about a deal. All of the fish was super fresh and buttery, and the presentation absolutely blew us away. The entire set is more than enough to fill your stomach. The mackerel set was also phenomenal, and would like to come back to try other grilled and fresh sets on the menu!

    Ocean Taster - 12 piece sashimi set
    Tim C.

    I'm so glad this great sushi restaurant opened in Morrisville. I came for lunch with my wife and was promptly seated (11am on a Wednesday, but even at noon it was maybe half full). I ordered the Ocean Taster, which was three sashimi pieces each of tuna, salmon, hamachi (yellowtail), and scallops. It came with a miso soup, salad, rice with salmon / shrimp / scallop mix, and a side of seared tuna over pickled cucumbers. The sashimi was all very fresh and delicious - top quality fish. And all the ingredients (including garnishes) were fresh and clean. I've been to other "nice" sushi restaurants where things like the daikon garnish or perilla or salad leaves are wilted or old. Not here at all - it was all top-notch. I appreciated the attention to detail. The miso and salad were tasty, as was the salmon / shrimp / scallop mix. The amount of food was just the right amount for lunch, and they provided a small lemon slushie to end the meal. My wife tried the Combo Set, which was similar, but with just four sashimi pieces each of tuna and salmon. I like variety, so I liked the Ocean Taster better. The service was very friendly and very fast. We sat at the sushi bar, and Chef John was very nice to talk with - I enjoyed learning a little bit about his background and sushi chef training in Japan. The space is very clean, with a decent amount of seating. But I can see it filling up quickly during busier times. With the quality of the food and good pricing, I can see it getting more and more popular. As others have mentioned, there is no tipping, just like in Japan. That makes things much easier to calculate. It's also worth taking that into consideration if you are going to compare prices and quality with other nicer sushi restaurants in this area.

    Samantha T.

    If you're a sashimi lover in the Triangle, you have to check out Shijiri Sushi Bar in Morrisville. It's a super bright, welcoming spot with a "no-tipping" concept that makes the whole experience feel really seamless. The staff is incredibly friendly, and the portions are actually generous. I went for the Shijiri Signature (17-pcs), and honestly, the fish is so fresh it literally melts in your mouth, especially the O-Toro and Hamachi. I also tried the salmon set with brown rice, which was just as high quality. It's easily some of the best sushi in the area. If you're looking for premium cuts without the typical fuss, this is the place!

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    Buddha N.

    Checked out Shijiri tonight and was pleasantly surprised by the modern and bright space ... reminds me of some spots in Japan that I visited.. Place has limited seating so be prepared to either wait or get there early.. Their menu is pretty good and not overwhelming.. Their signature sets are pretty good and not bad for the price .. Table ordered the Shijiri signature set and I had the Ocean Taster which is the Sashimi version of the Shijiri minus the otoro .. But the Ocean Taster was pretty good and believed i made the right choice between the selection we had . Everything was fresh and tasty and bonus points that they kizami which is the fresh wasabi vs the paste. Shijiri Sushi Bar is still in the process of obtaining their liquor license so no Sake and beers available yet.. Bonus point for the lemon slushie they give you at the end for a mini pallete cleanser and dessert

    Kue X.

    One of the better authentic sushi spots in the Triangle. Came in on a Saturday night and it wasn't that busy, we didn't have to wait to get a table. Menu has a bunch of different set meals, an Omakase, and some a la carte stuff. The inside is a bit small and the tables are also on the smaller side so if you order a lot it's hard to fit the set meals on the tables as they come on bigger trays and with sides (miso soup, salad, etc.) Service was good and they did a good job of explaining what everything came with and what was included. We tried a few different set meals and everything was fairly good. I especially liked the miso soup as it was very umami forward. The fish was also pretty high quality. The rice in our chirashi dish also stood out as it was seasoned or marinated pretty nicely. Overall a good sushi restaurant if you're looking for something a little better than your standard sushi restaurant. Bonus points as they are also a non-tipping establishment.

    Hamachi tataki
    Monica M.

    Yes! Finally a good sushi restaurant in Morrisville and with reasonable pricing and super fresh fish. Plus, they have a no tipping policy because they just charge accordingly for the food. Super refreshing! Considering how ridiculous the tipping culture has become at some places. Service was excellent, friendly and attentive. Plus, the most adorable little girl came by to make sure we didn't need more tea. Reminds me of my days working at my dad's restaurant. Got to love a family business. And now let's just talk about the food. Hands down some of the best sushi I've had in a long while. Their chu-toro and o-toro were super fresh and melt in your mouth delicious. I forgot to take a picture because I devoured it as soon as it came. But trust me, it was good. Presentation was on point too. With how convenient the location is, and the amazing food, we will definitely be back. And I already know when my Japanese mother comes to town, I'll be bringing her here. She's going to love it! We're always looking for good sushi/japanese food in NC and it's harder than it should be. So happy I found Shijiri!

    Hamachi Tataki
    Juyoung S.

    I've been to Shijiri twice now, first when they had mush opened and just last week. They have become quite busy since my first visit but I was happy to have found the service and the sushi to be consistent in quality. While their menu is small, I don't think you can find another sushi restaurant that can beat them for the quality at this price, and that's saying a lot because I love and eat a lot of sushi!!

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    Christine W.

    The combo set was so good! Food is always fresh here. Service was decent, ambiance is always nice.

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    The service, food, and the vibe of the place was immaculate I loved IT definitely recommend, the staff was so nice! 100/5 STAR REVIEW!!

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